Garden Q&A: I planted a rose in fertiliser. Why does it look dead?

Whether you're a gardening beginner or expert, Irish Examiner columnist Peter Dowdall has the answer to your questions

Tue, 02 May, 2023 - 18:00

Peter Dowdall

I planted an Arthur Bell rose plant recently in fertiliser in a sunny spot in the garden. It now appears to be dead. Any advice you could give me would be gratefully appreciated.

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